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Hunter

Hunter

$477,907 Average Value
$275 Average Price per Sq Ft
72 Homes For Sale

Hunter is a skiing destination surrounded by natural beauty

Hunter Mountain, set in the Northern Catskills, is the highest point in Greene County. Skiers and outdoor adventurers who want to live close to this popular vacation area move to the town of Hunter. Carol Shaw, broker and owner of Shaw Country Realty, had a realty office in town and continues to sell homes in the area. “Hunter, it’s a big mountain to ski, and it’s beautiful country up here,” Shaw says. “You’ve got lakes, [the Kaaterskill Falls], hiking trails and a lot of venues that give people something to do on a weekend.” The town of Hunter covers the villages of Hunter, Tannersville, Haines Falls and Lanesville. People move to Hunter or Tannersville to be close to the restaurants, antique shops and grocery stores, but the smaller Haines Falls and Lanesville are a short drive away. The whole area, though, offers stunning mountain views, resorts and small businesses.

Hunter Mountain Ski Resort opened i 1960 and the first in the world to have top to bottom snow making capabilities.
Hunter Mountain Ski Resort opened i 1960 and the first in the world to have top to bottom snow making capabilities.
Kaaterskill Falls located just outside Hunter, NY is th tallest waterfall in NY state and a huge tourist attraction.
Kaaterskill Falls located just outside Hunter, NY is th tallest waterfall in NY state and a huge tourist attraction.
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Chalets and cabins residents often flip into rentals

There are National-style homes near the centers of Tannersville and Hunter, but most homes throughout town have cabin or chalet designs. Properties with sprawling land or lake views have sold for $920,000 to $1.4 million. Cabins that sell for $380,000 to $830,000 are often tucked away in trees and feel more isolated than those closer to downtown. Condo units, manufactured homes and cottages that need repairs go for less than $100,000 to $400,000. Shaw says the majority of people who buy a home in Hunter are purchasing a second home. During the off-season, residents often rent their homes through services such as Airbnb.

Many homes in the Hunter area have a ski chalet design.
Many homes in the Hunter area have a ski chalet design.
A great example of a ski cabin at the base of Hunter Mountain.
A great example of a ski cabin at the base of Hunter Mountain.
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Skiing, hiking and camping destinations moments from home

Hunter Mountain Resort is a destination for skiing, hiking and camping. Residents might purchase season or day passes to the resort. While Hunter Mountain is close to home, there’s also the Windham Mountain Club 10 minutes away, with its ski slopes, a golf course and mountain biking trails. “Hunter is a lot bigger mountain than Windham,” Shaw says. “They’re so close. I’ve had people live in Windham but ski in Hunter.” Washington Irving's fictional tale of Rip Van Winkle, a man who fell asleep for 20 years, is set in a village in the valley of the Catskills. Hunter has staked a claim to the legend and hikers can take an expedition to a monument to the character, a blue stone carving in the mountain. While Hunter Mountain is the main draw, residents in Tannersville are close to Rip Van Winkle Lake Park. Paved athletic courts, a skatepark and a playground neighbor the lake, which has a small beach along the water. The 1,500-acre Colgate Lake Wild Forest is nearby and has two fishing lakes, hiking trails and campgrounds.

Rip Van Winkle Lake Park is located in Tannersville and has a beach, skate park tennis courts, basketball courts and more.
Rip Van Winkle Lake Park is located in Tannersville and has a beach, skate park tennis courts, basketball courts and more.
Windham Mountain Club is a private ski resort 15 minutes outside Hunter.
Windham Mountain Club is a private ski resort 15 minutes outside Hunter.
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Hunter-Tannersville middle and high schoolers swing for first

The Hunter-Tannersville Central School District earns a C-plus from Niche. Hunter Elementary School teaches kindergarten through sixth grade and is rated B-minus. Hunter-Tannersville Middle School/High School also gets a B-minus. Athletics is a high priority at Hunter-Tannersville across the teams. The golf team had a perfect season in 2025 and qualified for the Delaware League Tournament.

Hunter Elementary School has a B- on Niche.
Hunter Elementary School has a B- on Niche.
Hunter-Tannersville Middle/High School has an B overall on Niche.
Hunter-Tannersville Middle/High School has an B overall on Niche.
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Brief commutes to Windham and direct trips to Albany

Hunter is about 10 miles from Windham, where people visit the ski resort, restaurants and the Windham Medical Care. For emergencies, residents might go to HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston or Margaretville Hospital. The drive to Albany and the Albany International Airport is 60 miles long and can take over an hour. Being in the mountains means dealing with snow in the winters. While snow is ideal for skiing, it can also lead to covered roads. “I’d rather have five feet of snow up here than five inches down there,” Shaw says. “They’re really good with that. The school buses follow the snowplows.” People also pass landmarks while driving through town, like The Hunter Synagogue and Kaaterskill United Methodist Church.

Windham Medical Care is one of several choices in the area for your medical needs.
Windham Medical Care is one of several choices in the area for your medical needs.
Completed in 1914 and added to the NRHP in 1999 it has been serving the Jewish community for over 100 years.
Completed in 1914 and added to the NRHP in 1999 it has been serving the Jewish community for over 100 years.
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German-inspired dinners and coffee at Fellow Mountain Cafe

Ze Wine Bar at Jägerberg Beer Hall & Alpine Tavern is open for dinner year-round, but things pick up during Oktoberfest season. “Hunter does the Oktoberfest, and they do three weekends in the fall,” Shaw says. “Windham has a big autumn affair every Columbus Day weekend.” Fellow Mountain Cafe serves coffee, breakfast and lunch, while Scribner’s stays open later for dinner and cocktail hour. Tannersville has unique restaurants as well, like Last Chance Antiques & Cheese Café, a restaurant decorated floor to ceiling with antiques that hosts live music and features a candy shop. For groceries, there’s the Village Market Deli and Tops Friendly Markets.

Jägerberg Beer Hall & Alpine Tavern is a popular destination for food and drink in Hunter.
Jägerberg Beer Hall & Alpine Tavern is a popular destination for food and drink in Hunter.
Tops in Tannersville is the largest market in the area and has you covered for your protein and produce needs.
Tops in Tannersville is the largest market in the area and has you covered for your protein and produce needs.
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Celebrating Oktoberfest in Hunter and watching ballet in Tannersville

Every year, Hunter comes alive for Oktoberfest. Some people dress up in lederhosen and buy a pass to Hunter Mountain to shop from local vendors, enjoy live music and enter contests. For over 10 years, the Catskill Mountain Foundation Nutcracker has held ballet performances every December at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville.

Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain typically pulls 10,000-15,000 people to the event.
Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain typically pulls 10,000-15,000 people to the event.
Lots of furry friends to meet and enjoy when strolling around Hunter, NY.
Lots of furry friends to meet and enjoy when strolling around Hunter, NY.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
859
Number of Homes for Sale
72
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
20.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,737
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,887
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,054
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
705
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 19
    Open Sun 11AM - 1PM

    295 Pine Ln, Hunter, NY 12442

    $525,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,288 Sq Ft
    • 295 Pine Ln

    OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY AT 11am-1pm.Relax with family and friends at this charming 3 bedroom/2 bathroom contemporary home that is at the end of a quiet road and sits across the street from a picturesque lake with mountain views & located just down the road from The Hunter Mountain Resort. Also, forever wild New York City Land sits behind this property Whether you are a skier, biker, hiker or just

    Richard Greenspan Ruth Gale Realty

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Hunter Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$3,000
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,600
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,600

Demographics

Total Population
2,166
Median Age
44
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$74,082
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$99,213

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
27.2%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
57.5%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 100

Not friendly

Walk Score®®

10 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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